Single mom question/ please advice.?

Question

I'm a single mom, with a 3 months old baby, and I love my baby so much. She is my heart and my life. I'm the only one who takes care of her 24/7 and some times I'm really tired and exhausted, and I wish I had some help with her, but I dont no one... If is their any single mom reading this can you give me any tips on how to deal with it when you are super tired.. I dont want to yell to my little girl or anything like that because I'm tired.. Please advice me

Answer 1

I just want to add, from a professional point of view as a Chiropractor who deals with Nutrition and many patients, who are mom's under a lot of stress, lacking sleep.  That your health, the foods you eat and must eat to sustain your energy will make a big difference for you and your children.  One of the guest pointed out to do your errands when the baby is awake and sleep when they sleep, which is important if you cannot get them on a regular nap, evening bed time - in their own beds so you both can get quality sleep.  I know it isn't easy to do...but it is so necessary in order to sustain your longevity in taking care of all 3 of you.  I'm here if you have any specific questions I might be able to help you with...so don't hesitate to ask.

Answer 2

you are very brave & a stong woman who seems to have held it together all this time so far.  That, in itself is a huge accomplishment for which you should be very proud of.  As many others pointed out already, it is very difficult the first few months and then in transition times of your childrens lives it will be as well again.  Try to look up "love and logic".  a great way to think about all relationships you have, that of your relationship with your children and your family, friends and any prospective spouse if that is what you want to have some day.  I wish I could tell you I had first hand experience with having my own children, but sadly, only after getting married did we get the devastating news of dealing with male infertility issues that make it impossible for me to get pregnant.  Despite our attempts doing IUI's etc., we still have been unsuccessful but still really want children to have even knowing there are difficult times.  I can't say I haven't had a ton of experience with children because I have 12 nieces and nephews now and I grew up with 8 brothers and sisters, babysat for what was many years, 13 yrs with one family of 3 girls who were like having my own kids in a lot of ways.  But hang in there, remember to be thankful for the time you have now because they grow up so quickly and before you know it, you will be missing the pitter patter of their footsteps and their amazing hugs and cuddles.  We just truly hope to be blessed by way of adoption just to have the opportunity you have.